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All about life: A primary curriculum based around life and environmental science draws on children's natural curiosity to teach reading, math, and more.; Format: article; By Myra Erexson.

Alternatives to the animal report: In Rethinking Reports, page 2.1; Year after year, students are assigned an animal report, a factual report on a species of their choice. My son chose the Harpy Eagle for his third-grade animal report — and proceeded to re-submit that report with only slight modifications for years thereafter!...; By Melissa Thibault.

Animal folktales: Legends, superheroes, and pourquoi tales: In Rethinking Reports, page 2.2; By writing a narrative about an animal rather than a traditional report, students can learn about literature, develop writing skills, and still fulfill science and research objectives.; By Melissa Thibault.

Background information for chapter one: In Coastal processes and conflicts: North Carolina's Outer Banks, page 1.1; This page contains background information for teachers implementing chapter one of the unit "Coastal processes and conflicts: North Carolina's Outer Banks."; Format: article; By Stanley R. Riggs, Dorothea Ames, and Karen Dawkins.

Believe it or not! Reporting on amazing animals: In Rethinking Reports, page 2.3; A visual and oral presentation of an "animal report" can engage students' interest and develop their artistic and visual literacy skills.; By Melissa Thibault.

Benjamin Bannkeker comprehension quiz: Comprehension quiz to accompany The Walking Classroom Benjamin Banneker lesson.; Format: document/worksheet

Biodiversity in your backyard: Biodiversity in Your Backyard designed to help teachers of elementary-aged students to explore the topic of biodiversity and expand their knowledge of life science.; Format: article/online course

Bird watching made elementary: Observing and identifying birds can be a gateway to a variety of learning experiences. This primer will get you started birding.; By Linda Dow.

Bringing current science into the classroom: In Bringing current science into the classroom, page 1; How your students can experience current environmental research without leaving the classroom.; Format: article/best practice; By Michele Kloda and Dana Haine.

Bringing current science into the classroom: Activities for middle and high school on groundwater, water quality, and environmental stewardship have students exploring current environmental research without leaving the classroom.; Format: series (multiple pages)

CareerStart lessons: Grade eight: This collection of lessons aligns the eighth grade curriculum in math, science, English language arts, and social studies with potential career opportunities.; Format: (multiple pages)

CareerStart lessons: Grade seven: This collection of lessons aligns the seventh grade curriculum in math, science, English language arts, and social studies with potential career opportunities.; Format: (multiple pages)

CareerStart lessons: Grade six: This collection of lessons aligns the sixth grade curriculum in math, science, English language arts, and social studies with potential career opportunities.; Format: (multiple pages)

Challenge-based learning: José Garcia's innovative approach to student inquiry: This article discusses the instructional strategies of Greene County Middle School science teacher José Garcia. Mr. Garcia employs challenge-based learning, which marries project-based learning with student inquiry and makes effective use of technology. José Garcia received an Apple Distinguished Educator award in 2009 and was Teacher of the Year in his school and county in 2008-2009.; Format: article; By Dan Lewandowski.

Citizen science: Real-world applications for science students: Citizen science projects enlist everyday citizens to collect or analyze data for real-world research studies. This article suggests that bringing citizen science projects into the classroom can help students understand the relevance of curriculum objectives. Several projects are suggested, for elementary, middle, and high school.; Format: article/best practice; By Rebeccah Haines.

Effective strategies for teaching science vocabulary: In order for students to develop scientific literacy, they need to gain a knowledge of science content and practice scientific habits of mind. This is impossible without knowledge of science vocabulary. This article shares research-based strategies for science vocabulary instruction that are effective for all students, including English language learners.; Format: article/best practice; By Sarah J. Carrier.

Examining the human impact on coastal areas and predicted consequences of sea level rise using a case study approach: In this lesson plan for high school earth and environmental science, students examine the effect that human activity and sea level rise have on coastal areas via independent research on specific case studies.; Format: lesson plan; By Rob Greenberg.

Fostering creativity and innovation in the science classroom: This article presents resources and ideas for presenting science students with challenges designed to spark creativity and innovation. Resources listed include national competitions and websites listing suggested classroom projects.; Format: article/best practice; By Rebeccah Haines.

Galileo Galilei comprehension quiz: Comprehension quiz to accompany The Walking Classroom Galileo Galilei lesson.; Format: document/worksheet

Hands-on biology: Hands-on science exploration clarifies difficult concepts and engages learners who have difficulty in more traditional classrooms. This article looks at an inquiry-based classroom that meets the needs of all of its students.; Format: article/best practice; By Waverly Harrell.

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